Overview
Thymus praecox 'Albiflorus' is a matforming herbaceous perennial in the genus Thymus, part of the Lamiaceae family, with evergreen foliage. It typically grows around Up to 10 cm tall and 0.1-0.5 metres wide, reaching full size in around 5-10 years. Thymus praecox 'Albiflorus' grows best in full sun, and tolerates most soils and alkaline and neutral pH. Its UK hardiness is rated H5. It is drought resistant and low maintenance. Suggested uses include city and courtyard gardens, cottage and informal garden, wildlife gardens, mediterranean climate plants and flower borders and beds. It is native to Belgium, Flemish Region, Walloon Region and Grand Duchy of Luxembourg.
About
Thymus praecox 'Albiflorus' is a matforming herbaceous perennial cultivar of the Thymus genus, known for its evergreen foliage. Growing up to 10 cm tall with a spread of 0.1 to 0.5 metres, it reaches full height over 5 to 10 years. This thyme cultivar thrives in full sun and suits east, south, or west-facing aspects, tolerating both exposed and sheltered conditions. It prefers well-drained chalk, loam, or sand soils with neutral to alkaline pH and is drought resistant and low maintenance. 'Albiflorus' provides seasonal interest in spring, summer, and winter.
About the genus
The genus Thymus contains about 350 species of aromatic perennial herbaceous plants and subshrubs in the family Lamiaceae. It is native to the Mediterranean area of Europe, North Africa and Turkey.
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Growing conditions
Best soil and position for Thymus
- Sunlight
- Full sun
- Soil type
- Chalk, Loam, Sand
- Soil pH
- Alkaline, Neutral
- Soil moisture
- Well-drained
- Aspect
- East-facing, South-facing, West-facing
- Exposure
- Exposed, Sheltered
- UK hardiness
- H5
Plant details
Thymus praecox 'Albiflorus' size, habit and characteristics
- Plant type
- Herbaceous Perennial, Herbs - Culinary
- Habit
- Matforming
- Foliage
- Evergreen
- Height
- Up to 10 cm
- Spread
- 0.1-0.5 metres
- Time to full height
- 5-10 years
- Suggested uses
- City and courtyard gardens, Cottage and informal garden, Wildlife gardens, Mediterranean climate plants, Flower borders and beds
- Native to
- Belgium, Flemish Region, Walloon Region, Grand Duchy of Luxembourg
Care notes
Pruning and caring for Thymus praecox 'Albiflorus'
- Propagation
- Seed, Division, Rooted basal stem cuttings in spring
- Pest resistance
- Generally pest-free
- Disease resistance
- Generally disease-free
Frequently asked questions
Where is the best place to plant Thymus praecox 'Albiflorus'?
Thymus praecox 'Albiflorus' prefers full sun. It suits exposed and sheltered positions.
What soil does Thymus praecox 'Albiflorus' need?
Thymus praecox 'Albiflorus' is adaptable and grows happily in most soil types, including chalk, loam and sand. It prefers alkaline and neutral soil. Aim for soil that stays well-drained.
How big does Thymus praecox 'Albiflorus' grow?
Thymus praecox 'Albiflorus' reaches a height of Up to 10 cm and a spread of 0.1-0.5 metres. It takes around 5-10 years to reach full size.
Is Thymus praecox 'Albiflorus' hardy in the UK?
Thymus praecox 'Albiflorus' has an RHS hardiness rating of H5, meaning it is hardy in most of the UK, tolerating -15 to -10°C.
How do I propagate Thymus praecox 'Albiflorus'?
Seed, Division, Rooted basal stem cuttings in spring.
